Irton, North Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Irton, North Yorkshire.
North Yorkshire · England · settlement
About Irton
Irton is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 3 miles southwest of Scarborough in North Yorkshire, England. As of the 2011 census, Irton had a population of 312, reflecting a slight decline from 332 in 2001. By 2015, North Yorkshire County Council estimated the population at around 310, providing a small community for potential planning developments and local initiatives.
Population: 335 (2021)
District: Scarborough
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £232,320 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Yorkshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Scarborough and Whitby
- LSOA: Scarborough 006D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Irton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Irton.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Irton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Irton.
- - 10 Ayton Road Irton Scarborough North Yorkshire YO12 4RG
Two storey side extension, rear extension, second storey extension and new porch
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2024-05-01
View full details - - 47 Main Street Irton Scarborough North Yorkshire YO12 4RJ
Erection of replacement conservatory to rear
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2023-08-12
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A brief summary of Irton in North Yorkshire
Irton is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 3 miles southwest of Scarborough in North Yorkshire, England. As of the 2011 census, Irton had a population of 312, reflecting a slight decline from 332 in 2001. By 2015, North Yorkshire County Council estimated the population at around 310, providing a small community for potential planning developments and local initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 335 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Scarborough district.
Property prices in Irton show an average sale price of £232,320, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Irton a particularly low-crime area.
Irton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Irton, Seamer. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Irton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Irton
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Irton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Irton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 71 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Irton were full planning applications (3), tree works (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.